Party & Charter Bus Prices: How to Calculate Your Fort Lauderdale Bus Rental Costs

The cost of renting a party bus or charter bus depends entirely on your unique trip details. Factors like passenger count, number of stops, mileage, route, and more will determine your total rental price. Don’t worry though — we make it easy to compare real-time pricing and availability for vehicles that fit your group. Whether you need a party bus for a bachelorette party or a charter bus for a corporate event, our huge network of buses has the perfect option for you. Our professional team can easily provide an instant quote tailored to your specific needs in just 30 seconds — or you can use our online booking tool! Call 954-369-0981 or use our 24 hour online booking tool to get a custom price estimate and start planning your next group transportation. It’s easier than ever to find the right bus rental at a price that works for your budget.

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Here are some estimated price ranges to get you started planning your budget:

Hourly Rates
Vehicles	Hourly Minium Prices
Limousines
6 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
8 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
10 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
14 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-285 per hour
16 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-335 per hour
18 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-335 per hour
20 Passenger Limousine	$ 200-335 per hour
Coach Buses
18 Passenger Mini Bus	$155-300 per hour
20 Passenger Minibus	$155-300 per hour
25 Passenger Mini Bus	$155-320 per hour
50 Passenger Coach Bus	$195-400 per hour
56 Passenger Charter Bus	$195-400 per hour
School Bus Rental	$185-350 per hour
Party Limo Buses
14 Passenger Sprinter Party Bus	$185-355 per hour
15 Passenger Party Bus	$185-355 per hour
20 Passenger Party Bus	$235-355 per hour
30 Passenger Party Bus	$295-400 per hour
35 Passenger Party Bus	$295-400 per hour
40 Passenger Party Bus	$295-440 per hour
50 Passenger Party Bus	$300-500 per hour

The pricing listed above are just estimated rates and can vary significantly based due to COVID, inflation, and availability. To get more accurate pricing based on your trip, please give us a call and we’ll get you a quote right over the phone.

Bus Rental Prices: How to Calculate Your Rental Costs

The cost of a bus rental depends on several key factors, including passenger count, mileage, number of stops, vehicle type, and more. We make it easy to compare real-time pricing and availability for vehicles that fit your group. Whether you need a party bus for a bachelorette party or a charter bus for a corporate event, our extensive network of transportation providers has the perfect option for you. Our professional team can provide an instant quote tailored to your specific needs in just 30 seconds — or you can use our online booking tool. It’s easier than ever to find the right transportation at a price that works for your budget. The sections below will break down exactly how each aspect of your trip details affects pricing, so you know what to expect and can plan your perfect group transportation.

The Distance and Time Traveled on your Trip

When preparing a quote, we first consider the total mileage and duration of your trip. Buses may be rented hourly, daily, or by mileage depending on details. For transportation within Fort Lauderdale, rates are usually hourly with a minimum. For a multi-day conference or festival spanning the area, daily rates allow flexibility. Trips between cities or over long distances are priced by mileage. As an example, travel between Fort Lauderdale and Miami for a sports event would be priced by mileage along with pickup/dropoff times. An hourly rate could work for a brewery tour of local neighborhoods. Daily pricing might fit visiting attractions like Las Olas and the Beach over several days. We aim to accommodate last-minute changes when possible, but additional mileage will alter rates beyond the original quote. Contact us with your trip details for a customized quote.

When You’re Traveling

The time of year you plan your trip significantly impacts the cost of your bus rental. Demand is highest during peak travel seasons, like spring and summer, when schools are out and families take vacations. In Fort Lauderdale, rates tend to be higher around major events like spring break, music festivals, and the start of the school year. Sporting events can also drive up costs, especially during football season when the Miami Dolphins play home games. To secure the best rates, aim to book your bus rental during the off-season, typically late fall and winter months. However, keep in mind that availability may be limited during these times, so it’s wise to plan ahead and reserve your bus well in advance.

Trip Start and End Points

The cost of your bus rental depends on where your trip starts and ends. Buses are more plentiful in major cities like Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, and Tallahassee. In smaller towns or suburbs, availability varies. Your quote accounts for “deadhead” – the miles a bus travels to your start point while empty. Providing exact pickup and dropoff addresses allows us to give the most accurate quote possible. Different start and end points mean different deadhead costs. A Miami to Key West trip may cost less than Miami to Naples, as Key West is closer. Though buses are plentiful in Miami, the longer empty run to Naples increases your quote. By starting and ending your trip in large cities with abundant buses, you can potentially reduce costs. But regardless of your route, we have vehicles available statewide to meet your needs.

Type and Number of Buses

We offer a range of buses to meet your group’s needs. Minibuses and motorcoaches seat 20 to 56 passengers. Entertainer coaches feature amenities for bands on tour. Party buses have fiber optics and sound systems for events. The number of passengers affects the per-person rate—filling more seats lowers costs. Those needing less room can save with a minibus. To fit groups of varying sizes, we provide different types of buses. Minibuses and full-sized motorcoaches carry 20 to 56 people. Specialty entertainer buses have extras like bunks and kitchens for touring performers. Decked-out party buses feature lighting and audio for celebrations. Filling more seats generally lowers the per-person price. For shorter trips or smaller groups, a minibus could save money.

How to Keep Costs Down

Book early to secure the best rates and vehicle availability. Prices often increase closer to your travel dates as demand rises. Avoid events like Spring Break and major concerts, which make buses scarce and more expensive. Routes to stadiums or venues may require tolls you must pay. Stadium parking fees also add costs if the bus must wait onsite. Instead, have guests meet at a free parking area, then shuttle to the venue. Opt for weekday over weekend rentals when possible for lower rates. Finally, maximize your rental by filling all seats, lowering the per-person price. Traveling during off-peak seasons like September through November can also yield deals compared to winter and spring breaks. Planning your perfect bus trip does not have to break the bank if you research pricing info and book strategically.

Get a Quote For Your Fort Lauderdale Bus Rental

Planning group transportation in Fort Lauderdale? Get an instant price quote tailored to your event’s needs. Simply specify the date, start and end locations, passenger count, and any required amenities. Within seconds our online booking tool will provide a quote for review. Prefer to speak with an expert? Our professional team is available 7 days a week to answer questions and walk through options over the phone. With real-time pricing and vehicles at your fingertips, reserving Fort Lauderdale bus rentals has never been easier. Easily compare costs across limos, party buses, shuttle buses and more. Whether you need transportation for 10 or 500 people, we’ll match your group with the perfect vehicle. Take the stress out of logistics and let our simple online booking process give you peace of mind. Focus on fun times ahead knowing your transports taken care of.

Sample Trip Quotes

To give you a ballpark idea, here are some sample quotes for requests we’ve gotten from our customers:

Example #1:

A local elementary school in Fort Lauderdale is planning an educational field trip for 5th grade students to visit a marine science center and aquarium. The school arranges a charter bus rental for the day to transport 50 students and chaperones. They book a 56-passenger charter bus at a rate of $280 per hour. The bus picks them up at 8 AM and drops them off at 5 PM for a total of 9 hours, costing $2,520. With a 10% tip for the friendly and professional team, the total comes to $2,772. The marine science center offers discounted group rates for student field trips. Admission for the students is $8 per child and chaperones get in for free, costing the school $400 total. The charter bus allows the school to easily transport a large group of students and provide a fun educational experience within their field trip budget.

Example #2:

A Fortune 500 company based in New York is planning a 3-day corporate retreat in Fort Lauderdale for 75 senior executives. They want to arrange group transportation to team building activities during the day and exclusive restaurants and entertainment venues at night. We provide a quote for a 56-passenger luxury coach at $250 per hour. This covers roundtrip airport transfers for the 75 attendees flying in from New York and transportation to all corporate events over the 3 days from 9AM to midnight each day. In total, the quote is $22,500 for 90 hours of service. This comes out to $300 per executive for reliable, high-end transportation allowing them to conduct business and build relationships without logistical concerns. As part of the package, we include complimentary WiFi, laptop charging stations, and a professional uniformed team trained in corporate client service. We also include 5% gratuity per charter in the overall quote. To ensure timeliness, we have backup team and coaches on standby if needed. We are confident this quote provides excellent value for seamless, luxury ground transportation crucial to a successful corporate retreat.

Example #3:

A local youth soccer club in Fort Lauderdale is planning an end-of-season tournament and wants to arrange transportation for the teams coming from out of town. They expect around 300 players ages 8-12 plus coaches and family members, estimating around 500 people will need transportation. They decide to rent 10 56-passenger charter buses for the weekend to shuttle people between hotels and the soccer complex where games are being held. The tournament organizers work with a local charter bus company to create custom schedules picking people up on Friday evening when teams start arriving, providing continuous shuttle service on Saturday and Sunday during games, and taking people back to the airport Sunday evening. The charter bus company quotes them $250 per hour per bus. With 10 buses rented for 12 hours on Friday, 16 hours on Saturday, and 8 hours on Sunday, the total rental time is 360 hours. At $250 per hour per bus, the total quote comes out to $90,000. The tournament organizers add an 18% tip for the exceptional service, bringing the grand total to $106,200 for reliable, comfortable transportation for all their out-of-town guests over the tournament weekend.

Example #4:

A bachelorette party of 10 friends decides to rent a party bus for a full day of adventure in Fort Lauderdale. They book the 20-passenger “Beach Blast” bus, which features leather seats, neon lights, bluetooth speakers, and a dance pole. The bride-to-be works with the company to plan stops at trendy brunch spots, the beach for sunbathing and volleyball, bottomless mimosa happy hours, and a drag queen show. The 12-hour rental costs $300 per hour, totaling $3,600. This works out to just $360 per person. The bus picks the group up at 10 AM from their beachfront hotel and makes four different stops around town for meals, drinks, activities, and entertainment. At 10 PM, the bus drops them back off at their hotel after an epic bachelorette bash. To thank the exceptional party bus team, they tip him 15%, adding $540 to the total for a grand price of $4,140. The per person cost comes out to $414 after tip, which they happily split between cards. It was worth every penny for a day of stylish, turn-key fun in the Fort Lauderdale sun.

Example #5:

A bride and groom are getting married in Fort Lauderdale and have invited 150 guests. They decide to rent a charter bus to transport their wedding party and immediate family members between the hotel, ceremony, and reception locations. They rent a 40-passenger luxury charter bus for 10 hours at a rate of $280 per hour, totaling $2,800. The bus picks up the wedding party from the hotel at 9 AM to transport them to a brunch, then to the ceremony venue at 2 PM. After the ceremony ends at 4 PM, the bus takes guests directly to the reception venue across town. At 1 AM when the reception ends, the bus transports the remaining guests back to the hotel. The bride and groom add a 10% tip for the charter bus team, bringing their total transportation cost to $3,080. With 40 passengers transported for the full day, the cost per person is only $77. The charter bus allows everyone to travel together in comfort and style while keeping the wedding events on schedule.